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SyncMaster 2343BW/2343BWX

LCD MonitorUser Manual

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Safety InstructionsNotational

Note

These safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property dam-age.

Make sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in the correct manner. Warning / Caution

Otherwise, it may result in death or personal injury.

Otherwise, it may result in personal injury or property damage.

Notational Conventions

Prohibited Important to read and under-stand at all times

Do not disassemble Disconnect the plug from theoutlet

Do not touch Ground to prevent an electricshock

Power

When not used for extended period of time, set your computer to DPM.

If using screen saver, set it to active screen mode.

The images here are for reference only, and are not applicable in all cases(or countries).

Shortcut to Anti-Afterimage Instructions

Do not use a damaged power cord or plug or a damaged orloose power outlet.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands when removing orplugging the plug into the outlet.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock.

Make sure to connect the power cord to a grounded power out-let.

• Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or personal injury.

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Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outletfirmly and correctly.

• Otherwise, this may result in fire.

Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not placeany heavy material on it.

• Otherwise, this may result in fire.

Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power outlet.

• Otherwise, this may cause fire due to overheating.

Do not disconnect the power cord while using the monitor.

• Otherwise, this may result in damage to the product due toelectric shock.

To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must bepulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug shallbe readily operable.

• This may cause electric shock or fire. Use only the power cord provided by our company. Do not use

the provided power cord of another product.

• Otherwise, this may result in fire or electric shock.

Installation

Be sure to contact an authorized Service Center when installing yourmonitor in a location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high hu-midity, and exposed to chemical substances and where it operates for 24hours such as at airports, train stations etc.

Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your monitor.

Do not drop the monitor when moving it.

• This may cause damage to the product or the person carryingit.

Ensure that at least two persons lift and move the product.

• Otherwise, it may be dropped and cause personal injury, and/or damage the product.

When installing the product in a cabinet or rack, make sure thatthe front end of the bottom of the product does not project out.

• Otherwise, it may fall or cause personal injury.

• Use a cabinet or rack of a size appropriate to the product.

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DO NOT PLACE CANDLES,MOSQUITO REPELLANT,CIGA-RETTES AND ANY HEATING APPLIANCES NEAR THE PROD-UCT.

• Otherwise, this may cause fire. Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the

product as possible.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire

Do not install it in a badly ventilated location such as a bookcaseor closet.

• Otherwise, this may result in fire due to an increase in the in-ternal temperature.

Put down the monitor carefully.

• Failing to do so may damage the monitor.

Do not place the front of the product on the floor.

• Otherwise, this may result in damage to the screen display.

Ensure that an authorized installation company installs the wallmount.

• Otherwise, it may fall and cause personal injury.

• Make sure to install the specified wall mount. Install your product in a well ventilated location. Ensure that

there is a clearance of more than 10 cm from the wall.

• Otherwise, it may result in fire due to an increase in the internaltemperature.

Ensure that the packaging vinyl is kept away from children.

• Otherwise, it may result in serious harm (suffocation) if childrenplay with it.

If the height of your monitor is adjustable, do not place any ob-ject or part of your body on the stand when lowering it.

• This may cause damage to the product or the person carryingit.

Clean

When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen,wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric.

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Do not spray cleaner directly onto the surface of the product.

• Otherwise, this may result in the discoloration and distortion ofthe structure and the screen surface may peel off.

Clean the product using a soft cloth with a monitor cleaner only.If you must use a cleaner other than the monitor cleaner, dilute itwith water at a ratio of 1:10.

When cleaning the power plug pins or dusting the power outlet,clean it with a dry cloth.

• Otherwise, it may result in fire.

When cleaning the product, make sure to disconnect the powercord.

• Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.

When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord andclean it softly with a dry cloth.

• (Do not use chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinner,mosquito repellant, lubricant, or cleaner.) These may changethe appearance of the product surface and peel off the indica-tion labels on the product.

Since the product housing is easily scratched, make sure to usethe specified cloth only.

• Use the specified cloth adding only a little water. As the productmay be scratched if there is any foreign material on the cloth,make sure to shake it thoroughly before using it.

When cleaning the product, do not spray water directly onto themain body of the product.

• Ensure that water does not enter the product and that it is notwet.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock, fire or a malfunc-tion.

Others

The product is a high voltage product. Ensure that users do notdisassemble, repair or modify the product themselves.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. If the productneeds to be repaired, contact a Service Center.

If there is a strange smell or a strange sound or smoke is comingfrom the product, disconnect the power plug immediately and con-tact a Service Center.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.

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Do not place this product in a location exposed to moisture, dust,smoke, water, or in a car.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.

When you drop the product or the case is broken, turn the poweroff and disconnect the power cord. Contact a Service Center.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.

If thunder or lightening is occurring, do not touch the power cordor antenna cable.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or thesignal cable.

• Otherwise, it may fall and result in electric shock, damage tothe product or fire due to damage to the cable.

Do not lift or move the product back and forwards or right andleft while only holding the power cord or signal cables.

• Otherwise, it may fall and result in electric shock, damage tothe product or fire due to damage to the cable.

Make sure that the ventilating opening is not blocked by a tableor curtain.

• Otherwise, it may result in fire due to an increase in the internaltemperature.

Do not place any containers containing water, vases, flower-pots, medicines as well as any metal on the product.

• If water or a foreign material enters the product, disconnect thepower cord and contact a Service Center.

• This may result in a product malfunction, electric shock, or fire. Do not use or keep combustible spray or flammable material

near the product.

• Otherwise, this may result in an explosion or fire.

Do not insert any metal, such as chopsticks, coins, pins andsteel, or flammable objects, such as matches or paper, inside theproduct (through the ventilating openings, input and output termi-nals, etc).

• If water or foreign material enters the product, disconnect thepower cord and contact a Service Center.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. When using a fixed screen for a long time, an afterimage or stain

may occur.

• If you are not using your product for a long period of time, putit into sleep mode or use a moving screen saver.

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Set a resolution and frequency appropriate to the product.

• Otherwise, your eyesight may be damaged.

If you continually move closer to the product screen, your eye-sight may be failing.

To ease eye strain, take at least a five-minute break after everyhour of using the monitor.

Do not install it in an unstable location such as an unstable rackor uneven surface or a location exposed to vibrations.

• Otherwise, it may fall and cause personal injury and/or damagethe product.

• If you use the product in a location exposed to vibrations, it maydamage the product and result in fire.

When moving the product, turn the power off and disconnectthe power plug, antenna cable, and all the cables connected to theproduct.

• Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. Ensure that children do not hang onto the product or climb up

onto the product.

• The product may fall and cause personal injury or death.

If you do not use the product for a long period of time, disconnectthe power cord from the power outlet.

• Otherwise, this may result in overheating or fire due to dust,and may result in fire due to electric shock or leakage.

Do not place any heavy items or toys or confectionery, such ascookies etc. that may attract the attention of children and to theproduct.

• Your children may hang onto the product causing it to fall andthis may result in personal injury or death.

Do not turn the product upside down or move it while holdingonly the stand.

• Otherwise, it may fall and result in personal injury and/or dam-age to the product.

Do not place the product in a location exposed to direct sunlightor near any heat such as a fire or heater.

• This may reduce the lifetime of the product, and may result infire.

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Do not drop any objects onto the product or cause any impactto the product.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.

Do not use a humidifier or kitchen table near the product.

• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.

When there is a gas leak, do not touch the product or the powerplug but ventilate immediately.

• If a spark occurs, it may cause an explosion or fire.

If the product has been turned on for a long time, the displaypanel becomes hot. Do not touch it.

• Keep the small accessories in a location out of the reach ofchildren.

Be careful when adjusting the angle of the product or the heightof the stand.

• This may result in personal injury as your hand or fingers maybecome caught.

• Also, if you tilt the product too far, it may fall and cause personalinjury.

Do not install the product in a location low enough for childrento reach.

• Otherwise, it may fall and result in personal injury.

• Since the front part of the product is heavy, install the producton a level and stable surface.

Do not put any heavy objects on the product.

• This may result in personal injury and/or damage to the prod-uct.

Good Postures When Using the Monitor

When using the product, use it in the correct posi-tion.

• Keep your back straight while looking at the prod-uct.

• The distance between your eyes and the screenshould be between 45 to 50 cm. Look at the screenfrom a slightly higher location than the height of thescreen.

• When using the product, use it in the correct posi-tion.

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• Adjust the angle so that light is not reflected on thescreen.

• Place your arms perpendicular to your sides andallow your arms to be level with the back of thehand.

• Keep your elbow at 90 degrees.

• Keep your knees at greater than 90 degrees, andkeep your heels firmly on the floor. Keep your armslower than your heart.

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IntroductionPackage Contents

Note

Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor.

If any items are missing, contact your dealer.

Contact a local dealer to buy optional items.

Unpacking

Type 1

Monitor & Simple stand

Type 2

Monitor & Simple stand

Note

MagicRotation program can not be provided as simple stand does not support Pivot function.

Type3

Monitor & HAS stand

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Type4

Monitor & HAS stand

Manuals

Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card

(Not available in all loca-tions)

User's Guide

Cables

D-Sub Cable Power Cord DVI Cable (option)

Others

Cleaning Cloth Cable holding ring(Simplestand)

Sold separately

USB Cable

Note

This is only provided for highly polished black products as a product feature.

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Your Monitor

Initial Settings

Select the language using the up or down key.

The displayed content will disappear after 40 seconds.

Turn the Power button off and on. It will be displayed again.

It can be displayed up to three (3) times. Make sure to adjust the resolution of your PC beforereaching the maximum count.

Note

The resolution displayed on the screen is the optimal resolution for this product.

Adjust your PC resolution so that it is the same as the optimal resolution for this product.

Front

MENU button [MENU/ ]

Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit theOSD menu or return to the previous menu.

Customized Key [ ]

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You can customize key assignment for the Custom button according toyour preferences.

Note

You can configure the customized key for a required function via Setup >Customized Key.Brightness button [ ]

When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness.

>> Click here to see an animation clipAdjust buttons [ ]

These buttons allow you to adjust items in the menu.Enter button [ ] / SOURCE button

Activates a highlighted menu item.

Push the ' /SOURCE', then selects the video signal while the OSD is off.(When the /SOURCE button is pressed to change the input mode, amessage appears in the upper left of the screen displaying the currentmode -- analog or digital input signal.)

Note

If you select the digital mode, you must connect your monitor to the graphiccard's DVI port using the DVI cable.

>> Click here to see an animation clipAUTO button

Use this button for auto adjustment.

>> Click here to see an animation clip

Power button [ ]

Use this button for turning the product on and off.Power Indicator

This light is lit when operating normally, and blinks once when your ad-justments are saved.

Note

See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regardingpower saving functions. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFFwhen it is not needed or when leaving it unattended for long periods.

Rear Note

The configuration at the back of the product may vary from product to product.

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simple stand

POWER port

Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER port on the back ofthe product.DVI IN port

Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI IN port on the back of your monitor.RGB IN port

Connect the D-sub cable to the 15-pin, RGB IN port on the back of your mon-itor.Kensington Lock

The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system when usingit in a public place. (The locking device has to be purchased separately.) Forusing a locking device, contact where you purchase it.

Note

The location of the Kensington Lock may be different depending on its model.

Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

1. Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the Monitor ( )and turn it in the locking direction ( ).

2. Connect the Kensington Lock cable.

3. Fix the Kensington Lock to a desk or a heavy stationary object.DOWN(USB downstream port)

Connect the DOWN port of the USB monitor and a USB device with theUSB cable.UP(USB upstrem port)

Connect the UP port of the monitor and the USB port of the computerwith the USB cable.

Note

See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections.

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Cable holding ring

• Fix the cables using the holding ring, as shown in the figure.

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ConnectionsConnecting Cables

Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor.

Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet.

Use a connection appropriate for your computer.

Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.

• Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub port on the back of your monitor.

[RGB IN]

Using the DVI (Digital) connector on the video card.

• Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI IN Port on the back of your Monitor.

[DVI IN]

Connected to a Macintosh.

• Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-sub connection cable.

Note

If the monitor and the computer are connected, you can turn them on and use them.

Connecting USB (Option) Note

You can use a USB device such as a mouse, keyboard, Memory Stick, or external hard diskdrive by connecting them to the DOWN port of the monitor without connecting them tothe PC.

The USB port of the monitor supports High-Speed Certified USB 2.0.

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High speed Full speed Low speedData Rate 480 Mbps 12 Mbps 1.5 MbpsPower Consump-tion

2.5 W

(Max., each port)

2.5 W

(Max., each port)

2.5 W

(Max., each port)

1. Connect the UP port of the monitor and the USB port of the computer with the USBcable.

Note

To use DOWN port, you have to connect the UP (Upstream Cable) to the PC.

Make sure to use the USB cable supplied with this monitor to connect the monitor's UP port and your computer's USB port.

2. Connect the DOWN port of the USB monitor and a USB device with the USB cable.

3. The use procedures are as the same as those for using an external device connectingto the PC.

• You can connect and use a keyboard and mouse.

• You can play a file from a media device.

(Examples of media devices: MP3, digital camera, etc.)

• You can run, move, copy or delete the files on the storage device.

(Examples of storage devices: external memory, memory card, memory reader,HDD-type MP3 player, etc.)

• You can use other USB devices that can be connected to a computer.

Connections

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Note

When connecting a device to the DOWN port of the monitor, connect the deviceusing a cable appropriate to the device.

(For the purchase of the cable and external devices, ask the service center of the cor-responding product.)

The company is not liable for problems or damages to an external device caused byusing an unauthorized cable for the connection.

Some products do not follow the USB standard, and it may cause a malfunction of thedevice.

If the device malfunctions even if it is connected to the computer, contact the servicecenter of the device/computer.

Using the Stand

Monitor Assembly

simple stand

Monitor and Bottom

HAS Stand

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A. Stand Stopper

Attaching a Base

This monitor accepts a 100 mm x 100 mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.

simple stand HAS Stand

A. MonitorB. Mounting interface pad (Sold separately)

1. Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord.

2. Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion beneath it to protect thescreen.

3. Remove four screws and then remove the stand from the LCD monitor.

4. Align the mounting interface pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting pad and secureit with four screws that came with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other base.

• Do not use screws longer than the standard dimension, as they may dam-age the inside of the Monitor.

• For wall mounts that do not comply with VESA standard screw specifica-tions, the length of the screws may differ depending on their specifications.

• Do not use screws that do not comply with the VESA standard screwspecifications.

Do not fasten the screws too tightly, as this may damage the product orcause the product to fall, leading to personal injury.

Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents.

• Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non-specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to followthe product installation instructions.

• To mount the monitor on a wall, you should purchase the wall mountingkit that allows you to mount the monitor at least 10 cm away from the wallsurface.

• Contact the nearest Samsung Service Center for more information. Sam-sung Electronics will not be responsible for damages caused by using abase other than those specified.

• Please use Wall Mount according to the International standards.

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Using the SoftwareMonitor Driver

Note

When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor. Driver installation is slightly different from oneoperating system to another. Follow the directions appropriate for the oper-ating system you have.

Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet website shown here.Internet web site :

http://www.samsung.com/ (Worldwide)

Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic)

1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.

2. Click "Windows".

3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.

4. If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Thenclick "OK" button (Microsoft® Windows® XP/2000 Operating System).

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Note

This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage yoursystem.

The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage.

http://www.samsung.com/

Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual)

Microsoft® Windows Vista™‚ Operating System

1. Insert your Manual CD into your CD-ROM drive.

2. Click (Start) and "Control Panel". Then, double-click on "Appearance and Personal-ization".

3. Click "Personalization" and then "Display Settings".

4. Click "Advanced Settings...".

5. Click "Properties" in the "Monitor" tab. If the "Properties" button is deactivated, it meansthe configuration for your monitor is completed. The monitor can be used as is.

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If the message "Windows needs..." is displayed, as shown in the figure below, click"Continue".

Note

This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage yoursystem.

The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage.

6. Click "Update Driver..." in the "Driver" tab.

7. Check the "Browse my computer for driver software" checkbox and click "Let me pickfrom a list of device drivers on my computer".

8. Click "Have Disk...” and select the folder (for example, D:\Drive) where the driver setupfile is located, and click "OK".

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9. Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen,and click "Next".

10. Click "Close" → "Close" → "OK" → "OK" on the following screens displayed in sequence.

Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System

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1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.

2. Click "Start" → "Control Panel" then click the "Appearance and Themes" icon.

3. Click "Display" icon and choose the "Settings" tab then click "Advanced...".

4. Click the "Properties" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab.

5. Click "Update Driver..." and select "Install from a list or..." then click "Next" button.

6. Select "Don't search, I will..." then click "Next" and then click "Have disk".

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7. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver) and choose your monitor model inthe model list and click the "Next" button.

8. If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Thenclick "OK" button.

Note

This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage yoursystem.

The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage.

http://www.samsung.com/

9. Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.

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10. Monitor driver installation is completed.

Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Operating System

When you can see "Digital Signature Not Found" on your monitor, follow these steps.

1. Choose "OK" button on the "Insert disk" window.

2. Click the "Browse" button on the "File Needed" window.

3. Choose A:(D:\Driver) then click the "Open" button and then click "OK" button.

How to install

1. Click "Start", "Setting", "Control Panel".

2. Double click the "Display" icon.

3. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button.

4. Choose "Monitor".

Case1 : If the "Properties" button is inactive, it means your monitor is properly configured.Please stop installation

Case2 : If the "Properties" button is active, click the "Properties" button then follow nextsteps continually.

5. Click "Driver" and then click on "Update Driver..." then click on the "Next" button.

6. Choose "Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specificdriver" then click "Next" and then click "Have disk".

7. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver).

8. Click the "Open" button, then click "OK" button.

9. Choose your monitor model and click the "Next" button then click "Next" button.

10. Click the "Finish" button then the "Close" button.

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If you can see the "Digital Signature Not Found" window then click the "Yes" button. Andclick the "Finish" button then the "Close" button.

Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Operating System

1. Click "Start", "Setting", "Control Panel".

2. Double click the "Display" icon.

3. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button.

4. Select the "Monitor" tab.

5. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area.

6. Choose "Specify the location of the driver".

7. Choose "Display a list of all the driver in a specific location..." then click "Next" button.

8. Click the "Have Disk" button.

9. Specify A:\(D:\driver) then click "OK" button.

10. Select "Show all devices" and choose the monitor that corresponds to the one you con-nected to your computer and click "OK".

11. Continue choosing "Close" button and "OK" button until you close the Display Propertiesdialogue box.

Microsoft® Windows® NT Operating System

1. Click "Start", "Settings", "Control Panel", and then double-click "Display" icon.

2. In Display Registration Information window, click Settings Tab and then click "All DisplayModes".

3. Select a mode that you wish to use (Resolution, Number of colors and Vertical frequency)and then click "OK".

4. Click "Apply" button if you see the screen working normally after clicking "Test". If thescreen is not normal, change to a different mode (lower mode of resolution, colors orfrequency).

Note

If there is no Mode at All Display Modes, select the level of resolution and vertical frequencyby referring to the Preset Timing Modes in the user guide.

Linux Operating System

To execute X-Window, you need to make the X86Config file, which is a type of system settingfile.

1. Press "Enter" at the first and the second screen after executing the X86Config file.

2. The third screen is for setting your mouse.

3. Set a mouse for your computer.

4. The next screen is for selecting a keyboard.

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5. Set a Keyboard for your computer.

6. The next screen is for setting your monitor.

7. First of all, set a horizontal frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequencydirectly.)

8. Set a vertical frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.)

9. Enter the model name of your monitor. This information will not affect the actual executionof X-Window.

10. You have finished setting up your monitor. Execute X-Window after setting other re-quested hardware.

Natural Color

Natural Color Software Program

One of the recent problems in using a computer is that the color of the images printed out bya printer or other images scanned by a scanner or a digital camera are not the same as thoseshown on the monitor. The Natural Color S/W is the very solution for this problem. It is a coloradministration system developed by Samsung Electronics in association with Korea Elec-tronics & Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI). This system is available only forSamsung monitors and makes the color of the images on the monitor the same as the printedor scanned images. For more information, refer to Help (F1) in the software program.

How to install the Natural Color software

Insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor into the CD-ROM Drive. Then, the initialscreen of the program Natural Color will be executed. Click Natural Color on the initial screento install the Natural Color software.

To install the program manually, insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor into theCD-ROM Drive, click the [Start] button of Windows and then select [Run...]. Enter D:\color\NCProSetup.exe and then press the [Enter] key. (If the drive where the CD is inserted is notD:\, enter the applicable drive.)

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How to delete the Natural Color software program

Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a pro-gram". Select Natural Color from the list and then click the "Add/Delete" button.

MagicTune™

Installation

1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.

2. Click the MagicTune™ installation file.

Note

If the popup window to install the software for the main screen is not displayed, proceedwith the installation using the MagicTune executable file on the CD.

3. Select installation Language, Click "Next".

4. When the Installation Shield Wizard window appears, click "Next".

5. Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use.

6. Choose a folder to install the MagicTune™ program.

7. Click "Install".

8. The "Installation Status" window appears.

9. Click "Finish".

10. When the installation is complete, the MagicTune™ executable icon appears on yourdesktop. Double-click the icon to start the program.

MagicTune™ execution icon may not appear depending on specification of com-puter system or monitor. If that happens, press F5 Key.

Installation Problems

The installation of MagicTune™ can be affected by such factors as the video card, mother-board and the network environment.

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System Requirements

OS

• Windows 2000

• Windows XP Home Edition

• Windows XP Professional

• Windows Vista™

It is recommended using MagicTune™ in Windows® 2000 or later.

Hardware

• 32 MB Memory above

• 60 MB Hard disk space above

For more information, visit the MagicTune™ website.

Uninstall

The MagicTune™ program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs"option of the Windows® Control Panel.

Perform the following steps remove MagicTune™.

1. Go to [Task Tray] → [Start] → [Settings] and select [Control Panel] in the menu. If theprogram runs on Windows® XP, go to [Control Panel] in the [Start] menu.

2. Click the "Add or Remove Programs" icon in Control Panel.

3. In the "Add or Remove Programs" screen, scroll down to find "MagicTune™." Click on itto highlight it.

4. Click the "Change/Remove" button to remove the program.

5. Click "Yes" to begin the uninstall process.

6. Wait until the "Uninstall Complete" dialog box appears.

Note

Visit the MagicTune™ website for technical support for MagicTune™, FAQs (questions andanswers) and software upgrades.

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MagicRotation

Installation

1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.

2. Click the MagicRotation installation file.

Note

If the popup window to install the software for the main screen is not displayed, proceedwith the installation using the MagicTune executable file on the CD.

3. Select installation Language, Click "Next".

4. When the Installation Shield Wizard window appears, click "Next".

5. Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use.

6. Choose a folder to install the MagicRotation program.

7. Click "Install".

8. The "Setup Status" window appears.

9. Click "Finish".

Have to reboot the system in order for the MagicRotation to work properly.

10. When the installation is complete, the MagicRotation executable icon appears on yourdesktop.

Installation Problems

The installation of MagicRotation can be affected by such factors as the video card, mother-board and the network environment.

Limitation

1. The "Display Driver" should be properly loaded for the MagicRotation to work properly.

The installed "Display Driver" should be the latest driver supplied by the vendor.

2. If some applications like Windows Media Player, Real Player, etc. are not displayingmovie files properly in 90, 180 and 270 orientations then do the following :

• Close the application.

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• Select the Orientation (90, 180, 270) you want to view the application.

• Relaunch the application.

In most cases this should fix the problem.

3. User Applications using OpenGL and DirectDraw (3D drawing) will not function as perthe orientation mode selected (90, 180, 270).

e.g. 3D games

4. DOS based applications in Full Screen Mode will not function as per the orientation modeselected (90, 180, 270).

5. Dual is not supported in Windows®‚ 98, ME, NT 4.0.

6. MagicRotation does not provide support for 24 bits per pixel (Bit depth/Color Quality).

7. If you are changing your Graphic Card it is recommended that you uninstall the Magi-cRotation Software before doing so.

System Requirements

OS

• Windows 98 SE

• Windows ME

• Windows NT 4.0

• Windows 2000

• Windows XP Home Edition

• Windows XP Professional

• Windows Vista™

Hardware

• 128 MB Memory above (recommended)

• 25 MB Hard disk space above

Service Packs

• It is recommended that your System has the latest Service Pack installed.

• For Windows®‚ NT 4.0, it is recommended to install Internet Explorer 5.0 and above withActive Desktop component.

For more information, visit the MagicRotation website.Windows®‚ is registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation,Inc.

Uninstall

The MagicRotation program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs"option of the Windows® Control Panel.

Perform the following steps remove MagicRotation.

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1. Go to [Task Tray] → [Start] → [Settings] and select [Control Panel] in the menu. If theprogram runs on Windows® XP, go to [Control Panel] in the [Start] menu.

2. Click the "Add or Remove Programs" icon in Control Panel.

3. In the "Add or Remove Programs" screen, scroll down to find "MagicRotation." Click onit to highlight it.

4. Click the "Change/Remove" button to remove the program.

5. Click "Yes" to begin the uninstall process.

6. Wait until the "Uninstall Complete" dialog box appears.

7. After uninstall restart the system to complete the uninstallation.

Note

Visit the MagicRotation website for technical support for MagicRotation, FAQs (questions andanswers) and software upgrades.

Windows®‚ is registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation,Inc

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MultiScreen

Installation

1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.

2. Click the MultiScreen installation file.

Note

If the popup window to install the software for the main screen is not displayed, proceed with theinstallation using the MultiScreen executable file on the CD.

3. When the Installation Shield Wizard window appears, click "Next".

4. Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use.

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5. Choose a folder to install the MultiScreen‚ program.

6. Click "Install".

7. The "Installation Status" window appears.

8. Click "Finish".

9. When the installation is complete, the Multiscreen executable icon appears on your desktop.Double-click the icon to start the program.

Multiscreen execution icon may not appear depending on specification of computer systemor monitor. If that happens, press F5 Key.

Installation Problems

The installation of MultiScreen can be affected by such factors as the video card, motherboard and thenetwork environment.

System Requirements

OS

• Windows 2000

• Windows XP Home Edition

• Windows XP Professional

• Windows Vista™

It is recommended using MultiScreen in Windows® 2000 or later.

Hardware

• 32 MB Memory above

• 60 MB Hard disk space above

Uninstall

The Multiscreen program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs" option of theWindows® Control Panel.

Perform the following steps remove Multiscreen.

Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a program".

Select Multiscreen from the list and then click the "Add/Delete" button.

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Adjusting the MonitorDirect Functions

AUTO

When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the auto adjustment screen appears as shown in theanimated screen on the center.

Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming Analog signal. The valuesof Fine, Coarse and Position are adjusted automatically.

(Available in Analog mode only)

If auto adjustment does not work properly, press 'AUTO' button again to adjust picturewith more accuracy.

If you change resolution in the control panel, auto function will be executed automatically.

OSD Lock & Unlock

When pressing the AUTO button after locking the OSD

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When pressing the MENU button after locking the OSD

This is the function that locks the OSD in order to keep the current states of settings or preventothers from adjusting the current settings.

Lock : Hold down the MENU button for more than five (5) seconds to activate the OSD ad-justment lock function.

Unlock : Hold down the MENU button for more than five (5) seconds to deactivate the OSDadjustment lock function.

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Note

Though the OSD adjustment lock function is activated, you can still adjust the brightness andcontrast, and adjust Customized Key ( ) using the Direct button.

Customized key

You can customize key assignment for the Custom button according to your preferences.

To view the operating screen displayed when pressing the [ ] button after configuring thecustomized key for a function, click the name of each function.

( Image Size - MagicBright - MagicColor - Color Effect)

Note

You can configure the customized key for a required function via Setup > CustomizedKey.

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Brightness

When OSD is not on the screen, push the Brightness ( ) button to adjust brightness.

SOURCE

Selects the video signal while the OSD is off.

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OSD Function

Picture Brightness Contrast Magic-Bright

Color MagicColor Color Tone Color Con-trol

Color Effect Gamma

Image Coarse Fine Sharpness H-Position V-Position

OSD Language H-Position V-Position Transpar-ency

DisplayTime

Setup Reset Custom-ized Key

AutoSource

Image Size

Information

Picture

Brightness

(Not available in MagicBright mode of Dynamic Contrast.)

You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal prefer-ence.

MENU → → → , → MENU

Contrast

(Not available in MagicBright mode of Dynamic Contrast.)

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You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast according to personal preference.

( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent. )

MENU → → , → → , → MENU

MagicBright

Push the button to circle through available preconfigured modes.

MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on thecontents of the image you are watching. Currently seven different modes are available: Cus-

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tom, Text, Internet, Game, Sport, Movie and Dynamic Contrast. Each mode has its ownpre-configured brightness value. You can easily select one of seven settings by simply press-ing Customized Key control button.

• Custom

Although the values are carefully chosen by our engineers, the pre-configured values maynot be comfortable to your eyes depending on your taste.

If this is the case, adjust the brightness and contrast by using the OSD menu.

• Text

For documents or works involving heavy text.

• Internet

For working with a mixture of images such as texts and graphics.

• Game

For watching motion pictures such as a game.

• Sport

For watching motion pictures such as a sport.

• Movie

For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD.

• Dynamic Contrast

Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjuststo create an optimum contrast.

MENU → → , → → , → MENU

Color

(Not available in MagicBright mode of Dynamic Contrast.)

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MagicColor

MagicColor is a new technology that Samsung has exclusively developed to improve digitalimage and to display natural color more clearly without disturbing image quality.

• Off - Returns to the original mode.

• Demo - The screen before applying MagicColor appears on the right and the screen afterapplying MagicColor appears on the left.

• Full - Displays not only vivid natural color but also more realistic natural skin color withclearness.

• Intelligent - Displays vivid natural color with clearness.

MENU → , → → → , → MENU

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Color Tone

The tone of the color can be changed and one of four modes can be selected.

• Cool - Makes whites bluish.

• Normal - Keeps whites white.

• Warm - Makes whites reddish.

• Custom - Select this mode when you want to adjust the image according to your prefer-ences.

( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent. )

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

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Color Control

Adjusts individual Red, Green, Blue color balance.

( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent. )

MENU → , → → , → → , → → , → MENU

Color Effect

You can change the overall mood by changing the screen colors.

( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent. )

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• Off • Grayscale • Green • Aqua • Sepia

• Off - This applies an achromatic color to the screen to adjust the screen effects.

• Grayscale - The default colors of black and white are displayed.

• Green - This applies the green color effect to a black and white screen.

• Aqua - This applies the aqua color effect to a black and white screen.

• Sepia - This applies the Sepia color effect to a black and white screen.

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

Gamma

Gamma correction changes the luminance of the colors with intermediate luminance.

• Mode 1 • Mode 2 • Mode 3

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

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Image

Coarse

Removes noise such as vertical stripes.

Coarse adjustment may move the screen image area. You may relocate it to the center usingthe horizontal control menu.

(Available in Analog mode only)

MENU → , → → → , → MENU

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Fine

Removes noise such as horizontal stripes.

If the noise persists even after Fine tuning, repeat it after adjusting the frequency (clockspeed).

(Available in Analog mode only)

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

Sharpness

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Changes the clearance of image.

( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent. )

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

H-Position

Changes the horizontal position of the monitor's entire display.

(Available in Analog mode only)

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

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V-Position

Changes the vertical position of the monitor's entire display.

(Available in Analog mode only)

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

OSD

Language

You can choose one of nine languages.

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Note

The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any softwarerunning on the computer.

MENU → , → → → , → MENU

H-Position

You can change the horizontal position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor.

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

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V-Position

You can change the vertical position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor.

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

Transparency

Change the transparency of the background of the OSD.

• Off • On

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

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Display Time

The menu will be automatically turned off if no adjustments are made for a certain time period.

You can set the amount of time the menu will wait before it is turned off.

• 5 sec • 10 sec • 20 sec • 200 sec

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

Setup

Reset

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Reverts the product settings to factory defaults.

• No • Yes

MENU → , → → → , → MENU

Customized Key

You can specify a function which will be activated when the Customized Key ( ) is press-ed.

MENU → , → → , → → , →MENU

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Auto Source

Select Auto Source for the monitor to automatically select the signal source.

• Auto • Manual

MENU → , → → , → → , →MENU

Image Size

You can change the size of the screen displayed on your monitor.

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• Auto • Wide

• Auto - The screen is displayed in accordance with the screen aspect ratio of the inputsignals.

• Wide - A full screen is displayed regardless of the screen aspect ratio of the input signals.

Note

• Signals not available in the standard mode table are not supported.

• If the wide screen which is the optimal resolution for the monitor is set on your PC, thisfunction is not performed.

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU

Information

Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen.

MENU → , →MENU

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TroubleshootingSelf-Test Feature Check

Note

Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor isfunctioning properly.

Self-Test Feature Check

1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor.

2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer.

3. Turn on the monitor.

If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box in the illustration below.

This box appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected ordamaged.

4. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computerand the monitor.

If your monitor screen remains blank after using the previous procedure, check your videocontroller and computer system; your monitor is functioning properly.

Warning Messages

If there is something wrong with the input signal, a message appears on the screen or thescreen goes blank although the power indicator LED is still on. The message may indicatethat the monitor is out of scan range or that you need to check the signal cable.

Environment

The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features ofthe monitor.

If there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer toanother room.

Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3feet (one meter) of the monitor.

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Useful Tips

A monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is a problemwith the computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poorcoloring, become noisy, and video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the sourceof the problem, and then contact the Service Center or your dealer.

Judging the monitor's working condition

If there is no image on the screen or a "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 2048x 1152 60 Hz" message comes up, disconnect the cable from the computer while the monitoris still powered on.

If there is a message coming up on the screen or if the screen goes white, this means themonitor is in working condition.

In this case, check the computer for trouble.

Check List Note

Before calling for assistance, check the information in this section to see if you can remedyany problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the In-formation section or contact your dealer.

No images on the screen. I cannot turn on the monitor.

Q: Is the power cord connected properly?

A: Check the power cord connection and supply.

Q: Can you see "Check Signal Cable" on the screen?

A: (Connected using the D-sub cable)

Check the signal cable connection.

(Connected using the DVI cable)

If you still see an error message on the screen when the monitor is connected properly,check to see if the monitor status is set to analog.

If you still see an (error) message on the screen when the monitor is connected properly,check to see if the monitor status is set to analog. Press ‘ /SOURCE’ button to havethe monitor double-check the input signal source.

Q: If the power is on, reboot the computer to see the initial screen (the login screen), whichcan be seen.

A: If the initial screen (the login screen) appears, boot the computer in the applicable mode(the safe mode for Windows ME/XP/2000) and then change the frequency of the videocard.

(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes)

If the initial screen (the login screen) does not appear, contact the Service Center oryour dealer.

Q: Can you see "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 2048 x 1152 60 Hz" onthe screen?

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A: You can see this message when the signal from the video card exceeds the maximumresolution and frequency that the monitor can handle properly.

A: Adjust the maximum resolution and frequency that the monitor can handle properly.

A: If the display exceeds SXGA or 75 Hz, a "Not Optimum Mode", "RecommendedMode 2048 x 1152 60 Hz" message is displayed. If the display exceeds 85 Hz, thedisplay will work properly but the "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 2048x 1152 60 Hz" message appears for one minute and then disappears.

Please change to the recommended mode during this one-minute period.

(The message is displayed again if the system is rebooted.)

Q: There is no image on the screen. Is the power indicator on the monitor blinking at 1second intervals?

A: The monitor is in PowerSaver mode.

A: Press a key on the keyboard to activate the monitor and restore the image on the screen.

A: If there is still no image, press the ' /SOURCE' button. Then press any key on thekeyboard again to activate the monitor and restore the image on the screen.

Q: Connected using the DVI cable?

A: You may get a blank screen if you boot the system before you connect the DVI cable,or disconnect and then reconnect the DVI cable while the system is running as certaintypes of graphic cards do not send out video signals. Connect the DVI cable and thenreboot the system.

I cannot see the On Screen Display.

Q: Have you locked the On Screen Display (OSD) Menu to prevent changes?

A: Unlock the OSD by pressing the [MENU/ ] button for at least 5 seconds.

The screen shows strange colors or just black and white.

Q: Is the screen displaying only one color as if looking at the screen through a cellophanepaper?

A: Check the signal cable connection.

A: Make sure the video card is fully inserted in its slot.

Q: Have the screen colors become strange after running a program or due to a crashbetween applications?

A: Reboot the computer.

Q: Has the video card been set properly?

A: Set the video card by referring to the video card manual.

The screen suddenly has become unbalanced.

Q: Have you changed the video card or the driver?

A: Adjust screen image position and size using the OSD.

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Q: Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency to the monitor?

A: Adjust the resolution and frequency at the video card.

(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes).

Q: The screen can be unbalanced due to the cycle of the video card signals. ReadjustPosition by referring to the OSD.

The screen is out of focus or OSD cannot be adjusted.

Q: Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency on the monitor?

A: Adjust the resolution and frequency of the video card.

(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes).

LED is blinking but no images on the screen.

Q: Is the frequency properly adjusted when checking the Display Timing on the menu?

A: Adjust the frequency properly by referring to the video card manual and the PresetTiming Modes.

(The maximum frequency per resolution may differ from product to product.)

There are only 16 colors shown on the screen. The screen colors have changed after changing the video card.

Q: Have the Windows colors been set properly?

A: Windows XP :

Set the resolution at the Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Set-tings.

A: Windows ME/2000 :

Set the resolution at the Control Panel → Display → Settings.

Q: Has the video card been set properly?

A: Set the video card by referring to the video card manual.

There is a message that reads "Unrecognized monitor, Plug & Play (VESA DDC) monitor found".

Q: Have you installed the monitor driver?

A: Install the monitor driver according to the Monitor Driver.

Q: See the video card manual to see if the Plug & Play (VESA DDC) function can besupported.

A: Install the monitor driver according to the Monitor Driver.

Check when MagicTune™ does not function properly.

Q: MagicTune™ feature is found only on PC (VGA) with Window OS that supports Plugand Play.

A: To check whether your PC is available for MagicTune™ feature, follow the steps below(When Windows is XP);

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Control Panel → Performance and Maintenance → System → Hardware → DeviceManager → Monitors → After deleting Plug and Play monitor, find 'Plug and Play mon-itor' by searching new Hardware.

A: MagicTune™ is an additional software for the monitor. Some graphic cards may notsupport your monitor. When you have a problem with the graphic card, visit our websiteto check the compatible graphic card list provided.

http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune

MagicTune™ doesn't work properly.

Q: Have you changed your PC or video graphic card?

A: Download the latest program. The program can be downloaded http://www.sam-sung.com/monitor/magictune

Q: Did you install the program?

A: Reboot the computer after installing the program for the first time. If a copy of the pro-gram is already installed, remove it, reboot the computer, and then install the programagain. You need to reboot the computer for it to operate normally after installing orremoving the program.

Note

Visit the MagicTune™ website and download the installation software for MagicTune™ MAC.

Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor.

Check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to the computer.

Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting.

(If it does, request an a service for the main board of the computer.)

If you installed a new video card or if you assembled the PC, check if the installed the adapter(video) driver and the monitor driver.

Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set to between 56 Hz ~ 61 Hz.

(Do not exceed 75 Hz when using the maximum resolution.)

If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode,remove the Display Adapter in the "Control Panel → System → Device Administrator" andthen reboot the computer to reinstall the adapter (video) driver.

Note

If problems repeatedly occur, contact an authorized service center.

Q & A

Q: How can I change the frequency?

A: The frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card.

A: Note that video card support can vary, depending on the version of the driver used.(Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details.)

Q: How can I adjusts the resolution?

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A: Windows XP:

Set the resolution in the Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Set-tings.

A: Windows ME/2000:

Set the resolution in the Control Panel → Display → Settings.

* Contact the video card manufacturer for details.

Q: How can I set the Power Saving function?

A: Windows XP:

Set the resolution in the Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → ScreenSaver.

Set the function in the BIOS-SETUP of the computer. (Refer to the Windows / ComputerManual).

A: Windows ME/2000:

Set the resolution at the Control Panel → Display → Screen Saver.

Set the function in the BIOS-SETUP of the computer. (Refer to the Windows / ComputerManual).

Q: How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel?

A: Disconnect the power cord and then clean the monitor with a soft cloth, using either acleaning solution or plain water.

Do not leave any detergent or scratches on the case. Do not let any water enter themonitor.

Note

Before calling for assistance, check the information in this section to see if you can remedyany problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the In-formation section or contact your dealer.

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SpecificationsGeneral

GeneralModel Name SyncMaster 2343BW

LCD PanelSize 23 inch (58 cm)Display area 509.952 mm(H) X 286.848 mm(V)Pixel Pitch 0.249 mm(H) X 0.249 mm(V)

SynchronizationHorizontal 30 ~ 75 kHzVertical 56 ~ 61 Hz

Display Color16.7M

ResolutionOptimum resolution 2048 X 1152@60HzMaximum resolution 2048 X 1152@60Hz

Input Signal, TerminatedRGB Analog, DVI(Digital Visual Interface)

0.7 Vp-p ± 5 %

Separate H/V sync, Composite,SOG

TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0 V, V low ≤ 0.8 V)

Maximum Pixel Clock157MHz(Analog,Digital)

Power SupplyAC 100 - 240 V~ (+/- 10 %), 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz

Signal Cable15pin-to-15pin D-sub cable,Detachable

DVI-D to DVI-D connector, Detachable

Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight (simple stand)544.6 x 323.1 x 72.9 mm / 21.4 x 12.7 x 2.9 inch (Without Stand)

544.6 x 408.8 x 227.5 mm / 21.4 x 16.1 x 9.0 inch (With Stand), 5.4 kg / 11.9 lbs

Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight (HAS Stand)544.6 x 323.1 x 67.0 mm / 21.4 x 12.7 x 2.6 inch (Without Stand)

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Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight (HAS Stand)544.6 x 408.8 x 250.0 mm / 21.4 x 16.1 x 9.8 inch (With Stand), 7.3 kg / 16.1 lbs

VESA Mounting Interface100 mm x 100 mm

Environmental considerationsOperating Temperature : 50°F ~ 104°F (10°C ~ 40°C)

Humidity : 10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensingStorage Temperature : -4°F ~ 113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C)

Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-condensing

Plug and Play CapabilityThis monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. The interac-tion of the monitor and the computer systems will provide the best operatingconditions and monitor settings. In most cases, the monitor installation will proceedautomatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.

Dot AcceptableTFT-LCD panels manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology withprecision of 1ppm (one millionth) above are used for this product. But the pixels ofRED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE color appear to be bright sometimes or someblack pixels may be seen. This is not from bad quality and you can use it withoutany problems.

For example, the number of TFT-LCD sub pixels contained in this product are7,077,888.

Note

Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Class B Equipment (Information Communication equipment for residential use)

This product complies with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives for residential useand can be used in all areas including common residential areas. (Class B equipment emitsless electromagnetic waves than Class A equipment.)

PowerSaver

This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system savesenergy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certainamount of time. The monitor automatically returns to normal operation when you press a keyon the keyboard. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, orwhen leaving it unattended for long periods. The PowerSaver system operates with a VESADPM compliant video card installed in your computer. Use the software utility installed onyour computer to set up this feature.

State Normal Opera-tion

Power savingmode

Power off (Power but-ton) EPA/ENERGY

2000Power Indicator On Blinking Off

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State Normal Opera-tion

Power savingmode

Power off (Power but-ton) EPA/ENERGY

2000Power Con-

sumption44 watts Less than 1 watts 0.3 watts

This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR® compliant andENERGY2000 compliant when used with a computerequipped with VESA DPM functionality.

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SAMSUNG has deter-mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®

guidelines for energy efficiency.

Preset Timing Modes

If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes,the screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may goblank while the power LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjusts the screen asfollows.

Display Mode HorizontalFrequency

(kHz)

Vertical Fre-quency (Hz)

Pixel Clock(MHz)

Sync Polarity(H/V)

IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 -/-VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 56.250 36.000 +/+VESA, 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 40.000 +/+

VESA, 1024 x 768 48.363 60.004 65.000 -/-VESA, 1280 X 800 49.702 59.810 83.500 -/+VESA, 1280 X 960 60.000 60.000 108.000 +/+

VESA, 1280 X 1024 63.981 60.020 108.000 +/+VESA, 1440 X 900 55.935 59.887 106.500 -/+

VESA, 1680 X 1050 65.290 59.954 146.250 -/+VESA, 2048 X 1152 70.992 59.909 156.750 +/-

Horizontal FrequencyThe time to scan one line connecting the right edgeto the left edge of the screen horizontally is called theHorizontal Cycle and the inverse number of the Hor-izontal Cycle is called the Horizontal Frequency.Unit: kHzVertical FrequencyLike a fluorescent lamp, the screen has to repeat thesame image many times per second to display animage to the user. The frequency of this repetition iscalled the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit:Hz

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General

GeneralModel Name SyncMaster 2343BWX

LCD PanelSize 23 inch (58 cm)Display area 509.952 mm(H) X 286.848 mm(V)Pixel Pitch 0.249 mm(H) X 0.249 mm(V)

SynchronizationHorizontal 30 ~ 75 kHzVertical 56 ~ 61 Hz

Display Color16.7M

ResolutionOptimum resolution 2048 X 1152@60HzMaximum resolution 2048 X 1152@60Hz

Input Signal, TerminatedRGB Analog, DVI(Digital Visual Inter face)

0.7 Vp-p ± 5 %

Separate H/V sync, Composite,SOG

TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0 V, V low ≤ 0.8 V)

Maximum Pixel Clock157MHz(Analog,Digital)

Power SupplyAC 100 - 240 V~ (+/- 10 %), 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz

Signal Cable15pin-to-15pin D-sub cable,Detachable

DVI-D to DVI-D connector, Detachable

Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight (simple stand)544.6 x 323.1 x 72.9 mm / 21.4 x 12.7 x 2.9 inch (Without Stand)

544.6 x 408.8 x 227.5 mm / 21.4 x 16.1 x 9.0 inch (With Stand), 5.4 kg / 11.9 lbs

Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight (HAS Stand)544.6 x 323.1 x 67.0 mm / 21.4 x 12.7 x 2.6 inch (Without Stand)

544.6 x 408.8 x 250.0 mm / 21.4 x 16.1 x 9.8 inch (With Stand), 7.3 kg / 16.1 lbs

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VESA Mounting Interface100 mm x 100 mm

Environmental considerationsOperating Temperature : 50°F ~ 104°F (10°C ~ 40°C)

Humidity : 10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensingStorage Temperature : -4°F ~ 113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C)

Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-condensing

Plug and Play CapabilityThis monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. The interac-tion of the monitor and the computer systems will provide the best operatingconditions and monitor settings. In most cases, the monitor installation will proceedautomatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.

Dot AcceptableTFT-LCD panels manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology withprecision of 1ppm (one millionth) above are used for this product. But the pixels ofRED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE color appear to be bright sometimes or someblack pixels may be seen. This is not from bad quality and you can use it withoutany problems.

For example, the number of TFT-LCD sub pixels contained in this product are7,077,888.

Note

Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Class B Equipment (Information Communication equipment for residential use)

This product complies with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives for residential useand can be used in all areas including common residential areas. (Class B equipment emitsless electromagnetic waves than Class A equipment.)

PowerSaver

This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system savesenergy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certainamount of time. The monitor automatically returns to normal operation when you press a keyon the keyboard. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, orwhen leaving it unattended for long periods. The PowerSaver system operates with a VESADPM compliant video card installed in your computer. Use the software utility installed onyour computer to set up this feature.

State Normal Opera-tion

Power savingmode

Power off (Power but-ton) EPA/ENERGY

2000Power Indicator On Blinking Off

Power Con-sumption

44 watts Less than 1 watts 0.3 watts

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This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR® compliant andENERGY2000 compliant when used with a computerequipped with VESA DPM functionality.

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SAMSUNG has deter-mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR®

guidelines for energy efficiency.

Preset Timing Modes

If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes,the screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may goblank while the power LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjusts the screen asfollows.

Display Mode HorizontalFrequency

(kHz)

Vertical Fre-quency (Hz)

Pixel Clock(MHz)

Sync Polarity(H/V)

IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 -/-VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 56.250 36.000 +/+VESA, 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 40.000 +/+

VESA, 1024 x 768 48.363 60.004 65.000 -/-VESA, 1280 X 800 49.702 59.810 83.500 -/+VESA, 1280 X 960 60.000 60.000 108.000 +/+

VESA, 1280 X 1024 63.981 60.020 108.000 +/+VESA, 1440 X 900 55.935 59.887 106.500 -/+

VESA, 1680 X 1050 65.290 59.954 146.250 -/+VESA, 2048 X 1152 70.992 59.909 156.750 +/-

Horizontal FrequencyThe time to scan one line connecting the right edgeto the left edge of the screen horizontally is called theHorizontal Cycle and the inverse number of the Hor-izontal Cycle is called the Horizontal Frequency.Unit: kHzVertical FrequencyLike a fluorescent lamp, the screen has to repeat thesame image many times per second to display animage to the user. The frequency of this repetition iscalled the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit:Hz

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InformationFor Better Display

Adjust the computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) on thecomputer as described below to enjoy the best picture quality. You can have anuneven picture quality on screen if the best picture quality is not provided for TFT-LCD.

• Resolution: 2048 x 1152

• Vertical frequency (refresh rate): 60 Hz

TFT-LCD panels manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technologywith a precision of 1ppm (one millionth) and above is used for this product. But thepixels of RED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE color seem to be bright sometimes orsome of black pixels could be seen. This is not from bad quality and you can useit without any problems.

• For example, the number of TFT-LCD sub pixels contained in this product are7,077,888.

When cleaning the monitor and the panel outside, please apply the recom-mended small amount of cleaner by using a soft cloth to polish. Do not force theLCD area but rub softly.

If excessive force is applied, you may stain it.

If you are not satisfied with the picture quality, you can get better quality ofpicture by performing the "Auto Adjustment function" in display screen that isappeared as window termination button is pressed.

If there's still noise after the automatic adjustment, use the Fine/Coarse adjustmentfunction.

When viewing a fixed screen for an extended period of time, a residual imageor blurriness may appear.

Change the mode to energy save or set a screensaver to move the picture whenyou need to be away from the monitor for an extended period of time.

PRODUCT INFORMATION (Image Retention Free)

LCD Monitors and TVs may have image retention when switching from one image to anotherespecially after displaying a stationary image for a long time.

This guide is to demonstrate correct usage of LCD products in order to protect them fromImage retention.

Warranty

Warranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.

Burn-in is not covered by the warranty.

What is Image retention ?

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During normal operation of a LCD panel, pixel image retention doesn't occur. How-ever, if the same image is displayed for a long time, a slight difference in electriccharge accumulates between the two electrodes which encase the liquid crystal.This may cause the liquid crystal to build up in a certain areas of the display. Thus,the previous image is retained when switching to a new video image. All displayproducts, including LCD, are subject to image retention. This is not a product de-fect.

Please follow the suggestions below to protect your LCD from image retention.

Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode

Ex)

• Turn the power off when using a stationary pattern.

• Turn the power off for 4 hours after 20 hours in use

• Turn the power off for 2 hours after 12 hours in use

• Use a Screen saver if possible

• Screen saver in one color or a moving image is recommended.

• Set the Monitor to power off with the PC Display Properties Power Scheme.

Suggestions for specific applications

Ex) Airports, Transit Stations, Stock Markets, Banks, and Controlling Systems Werecommend that you follow set up of your display system program as below:

Display Information together with Logo or Moving image cycle.

Ex) Cycle : Display Information for 1 hour followed by a Display Logo or movingimage for 1 minute.

Change the Color Information periodically (Use 2 different colors).

Ex) Rotate the Color Information with 2 colors every 30 minutes.

Avoid using a combination of characters and background color with large differencein luminance.

Avoid using Grey colors, which can cause Image retention easily.

• Avoid: Colors with big difference in luminance (Black & White, Grey)

Ex)

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• Recommended settings: Bright colors with little difference in luminance

• Change the characters color and background color every 30 minutes

Ex)

• Every 30 minutes, change the characters with movement.

Ex)

The best way to protect your monitor from Image retention is to set your PC orSystem to operate a Screen Saver program when you are not using it.

Image retention may not occur when a LCD panel is operated under normal con-ditions.

Normal conditions are defined as continuously changing video patterns. When theLCD panel is operated for a long time with a fixed pattern (-over 12 hours-), theremay be slight difference in voltage between electrodes that work the liquid crystal(LC) in a pixel. The voltage difference between electrodes increases with time,forcing the liquid crystal to lean. When this occurs, the previous image may be seenwhen the pattern is changed.

To prevent this, the accumulated voltage difference must be decreased.

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Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406-2 Pixel fault Class II

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AppendixContact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE

Note

If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact theSAMSUNG customer care center.

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North AmericaU.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/usCANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/caMEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG

(726-7864)http://www.samsung.com/mx

Latin AmericaARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 http://www.samsung.com/arBRAZIL 0800-124-421

4004-0000

http://www.samsung.com/br

CHILE 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/clCOLOMBIA 01-8000112112 http://www.samsung.com/coCOSTA RICA 0-800-507-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lat-

inECUADOR 1-800-10-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lat-

inEL SALVADOR 800-6225 http://www.samsung.com/lat-

inGUATEMALA 1-800-299-0013 http://www.samsung.com/lat-

inHONDURAS 800-7919267 http://www.samsung.com/lat- in JAMAICA 1-800-234-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lat-

inNICARAGUA 00-1800-5077267 http://www.samsung.com/lat- inPANAMA 800-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lat-

inPUERTO RICO 1-800-682-3180 http://www.samsung.com/lat-

inREP. DOMINICA 1-800-751-2676 http://www.samsung.com/lat-

inTRINIDAD & TO-BAGO

1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/lat-in

VENEZUELA 0-800-100-5303 http://www.samsung.com/lat-in

Europe AUSTRIA 0800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/at BELGIUM 02 201 2418 http://www.samsung.com/be CZECH REPUBLIC 800-726-786 http://www.samsung.com/cz (800 - SAMSUNG)

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Europe

DENMARK 70 70 19 70 http://www.samsung.com/dkEIRE 0818 717 100 http://www.samsung.com/ieFINLAND 030-6227 515 http://www.samsung.com/fiFRANCE 3260 SAMSUNG(€ 0,15/Min)

08 25 08 65 65 (€ 0,15/Min)

http://www.samsung.com/fr

GERMANY 01805 - SAMSUNG(726-7864) (€ 0,14/Min)

http://www.samsung.de

HUNGARY 06-80-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/huITALIA 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/itLUXEMBURG 02 261 03 710 http://www.samsung.com/luNETHERLANDS 0900-SAMSUNG(726-7864

€ 0,10/Min)http://www.samsung.com/nl

NORWAY 815-56 480 http://www.samsung.com/noPOLAND 0 801 801 881

022-607-93-33

http://www.samsung.com/pl

PORTUGAL 80820-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/ptSLOVAKIA 0800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/skSPAIN 902-1-SAMSU(72678) http://www.samsung.com/esSWEDEN 0771-400 200 http://www.samsung.com/seSWITZERLAND 0800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/chU.K 0845 SAMSUNG(7267864) http://www.samsung.com/uk

CISESTONIA 800-7267 http://www.samsung.eeLATVIA 8000-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lvLITHUANIA 8-800-77777 http://www.samsung.ltKAZAKHSTAN 8-10-800-500-55-500 http://www.samsung.com/kz_ruKYRGYZSTAN 00-800-500-55-500 RUSSIA 8-800-555-55-55 http://www.samsung.ruTADJIKISTAN 8-10-800-500-55-500 UKRAINE 8-800-502-0000 http://www.samsung.uaUZBEKISTAN 8-10-800-500-55-500 http://www.samsung.com/kz_ru

Asia PacificAUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 http://www.samsung.com/auCHINA 800-810-5858 400-810-5858

010-6475 1880

http://www.samsung.com/cn

HONG KONG:3698 - 4698 http://www.samsung.com/hkINDIA 3030 8282 http://www.samsung.com/in

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Asia Pacific

INDONESIA 0800-112-8888 http://www.samsung.com/idJAPAN 0120-327-527 http://www.samsung.com/jpMALAYSIA 1800-88-9999 http://www.samsung.com/myNEW ZEALAND 0800 SAMSUNG(0800 726 786) http://www.samsung.com/nzPHILIPPINES 1800-10-SAMSUNG

(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/ph

SINGAPORE 1800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/sgTHAILAND 1800-29-3232, 02-689-3232 http://www.samsung.com/thTAIWAN 0800-329-999 http://www.samsung.com/twVIETNAM 1 800 588 889 http://www.samsung.com/vn

Middle East & AfricaSOUTH AFRICA 0860-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/zaTURKEY 444 77 11 http://www.samsung.com/trU.A.E 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864)

8000-4726

http://www.samsung.com/ae

Terms

Dot Pitch The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and bluedots. The closer the dots, the higher the resolution. The dis-tance between two dots of the same color is called the 'DotPitch'. Unit: mm

Vertical Frequency The screen must be redrawn several times per second inorder to create and display an image for the user. The fre-quency of this repetition per second is called the VerticalFrequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz

Example: If the same light repeats itself 60 times per sec-ond, this is regarded as 60 Hz.

Horizontal Frequency The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to theleft edge of the screen horizontally is called the HorizontalCycle. The inverse number of the Horizontal Cycle is calledHorizontal Frequency. Unit: kHz

Interlace and Non-InterlaceMethods

Showing the horizontal lines of the screen from the top tothe bottom sequentially is called the Non-Interlace methodwhile showing odd lines and then even lines in turn is calledthe Interlace method. The Non-Interlace method is used forthe majority of monitors to ensure a clear image. The Inter-lace method is the same as that used in TVs.

Plug & Play This is a function that provides the best quality screen forthe user by allowing the computer and the monitor to ex-change information automatically. This monitor follows theinternational standard VESA DDC for the Plug & Play func-tion.

Resolution The number of horizontal and vertical dots used to composethe screen image is called the 'resolution'. This number

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shows the accuracy of the display. A high resolution is goodfor performing multiple tasks as more image information canbe shown on the screen.

Example: If the resolution is 2048 x 1152 , this means thescreen is composed of 2048 horizontal dots (horizontal res-olution) and 1152 vertical lines (vertical resolution).

Correct Disposal

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(Applicable in the European Union and other Euro-pean countries with separate collection systems)

This marking shown on the product or its literature,indicates that it should not be disposed with otherhousehold wastes at the end of its working life. Toprevent possible harm to the environment or humanhealth from uncontrolled waste disposal, please sep-arate this from other types of wastes and recycle itresponsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of ma-terial resources.

Household users should contact either the retailerwhere they purchased this product, or their local gov-ernment office, for details of where and how they cantake this item for environmentally safe recycling.

Business users should contact their supplier andcheck the terms and conditions of the purchase con-tract. This product should not be mixed with othercommercial wastes for disposal.

Authority

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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